Fitness Specialist, Senior living

BAYADA Home Health Care • Burlington, VT

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About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced per diem Fitness Specialist to lead scheduled exercise classes for residents of senior living communities, including assisted living and independent living facilities, in Washington, Orange, Chittenden, Addison, and Franklin counties in Vermont. The role is part of the Senior Living Team and contributes to a continuum of care. The specialist develops classes that support and maintain positive fitness levels for a senior population. The stated base pay is $50 per class.

Requirements

• Certification as a Fitness Instructor, or equivalent, through an accredited national exercise or fitness organization such as ACSM, NSCA, ACE, IDEA, or SFA.
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience as a Fitness Specialist.
• Solid computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Fitness Specialist in a senior services setting.
• Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

• Lead scheduled group exercise classes for residents of senior living communities.
• Develop fitness classes designed to develop and promote positive fitness levels for a senior population.
• Preferably teach flexibility, cardio, strength and power, balance, and standing exercises.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance may be available.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Weekly pay and direct deposit.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• One-on-one training.
• Recognition programs.
• Referral bonuses.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level